In the Dailies

I’ve quoted this here before, and here it is again: “Coincidences happen when God chooses to remain anonymous.”

Mama loves coincidences.

Like when you’re struggling with something and find loads of encouragement on that subject on four different blogs on the same day. Or when an old friend calls right when you’re remembering a wonderful time you shared together. Or when you “stumble” upon just the perfect verse for that moment. That’s what happened for me this week. None of these are “coincidences.” They’re all details orchestrated by God. A God who orchestrates details like this is just awesome. I love it.

If you’ve followed this blog for long, you know Mama Loves intends to point out the positive even in less than ideal situations. Parenting is tough. It’s a humbling journey and yet such an honor. It’s exhausting and exhilarating at the same time. We work to help our kids reach the next milestone, but then mourn how quickly they grow.

I’m hardly qualified to give advice on anything, least of all parenting, but one nugget I eagerly share: Don’t wish away your days. When I first had Ellie someone told me “The days are long, but the years are short.” Rarely have I heard such a true statement. Yes, it’s exhausting. Yes, we look forward to a rest, but that will come and this time, this wondrous, never to be replicated time, will be gone in the blink of an eye. Never, ever wish away your days.

Here is the verse I found. Rather, it found me.

“Teach us to number our days right,
that we may gain a heart of wisdom.”
- Psalm 90:12 (NIV)